Based on 5,869 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Ohio, Small White is most often recorded in September; in Ohio it behaves like a summer visitor / breeder. It ranks #8 among butterflies recorded in the state in our data.
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Small White in Ohio by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Ohio in September
Monarch
Pearl Crescent
Peck's Skipper
Black Swallowtail
Silver-spotted Skipper
Viceroy
Huron Skipper
Painted Lady
Places to look in Ohio
Botanical GardenCincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Botanical GardenChadwick Arboretum
National ForestWayne National Forest
Botanical GardenCox Arboretum and Gardens MetroPark
State ParkHocking Hills State Park
State ParkMaumee Bay State Park
FAQ
When does Small White appear in Ohio?
Mainly June–October, with the most records in September.
How common is Small White in Ohio?
It ranks #8 by number of iNaturalist observations among butterflies in Ohio (5,869 records in our sample).